Palawa
Palawa is a village located in Gora Bauram subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Gora Bauram (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Mansara is the gram panchayat of Palawa village.
Here you can discover what makes Palawa unique in its vibrant Gora Bauram-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Palawa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palawa is 227805. The village spans a total geographical area of 236.54 hectares. Benipur is nearest town to Palawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Palawa
Population of Palawa
According to the 2011 Census, Palawa has a total population of about 3,919, with approximately 2,044 males and 1,875 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 935 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 703 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.41%, with male literacy at about 49.90% and female literacy near 21.71%. There are around 750 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,919 | 2,044 | 1,875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 935 | 463 | 472 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 703 | 385 | 318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 1,020 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,492 | 1,024 | 1,468 |
Connectivity of Palawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palawa. As per the 2011 stats, Palawa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Palawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palawa
- Where is Palawa located?
- Palawa village is situated in Gora Bauram Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palawa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palawa is Mansara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Palawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palawa is 3,919, with 2,044 males and 1,875 females.
- How many households are there in Palawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palawa village has a total of 750 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palawa is 36.41%. The male literacy rate is 49.90%, while the female literacy rate is 21.71%.